R 507 C 21 is a winter rape hybrid intended for cultivation using Clearfield technology, characterized by robust plants and a well-developed root system. It exhibits high resistance to climatic fluctuations and can maintain high yield levels under various soil and climatic conditions. The hybrid features rapid development both in autumn and spring, facilitating successful adaptation and growth. The average yield over test years is 51 centners per hectare, with a potential up to 70 centners, and the mass of 1000 seeds is 5.5 grams. High levels of resistance to winter hardiness, lodging, shattering, drought, and diseases such as phoma and sclerotinia make this hybrid a reliable choice for farmers.
Winter rape is a highly profitable oilseed crop with a wide range of applications. Oil obtained from rape seeds matches the quality of olive oil and is also used for producing biofuel, contributing to reduced environmental impact. Rape green mass is valued in animal husbandry due to high feed quality, including feed units, digestible protein, vitamins, and minerals. Additionally, rape is an excellent nectar source; up to 90 kg of honey can be obtained from one hectare of flowering plants.
Winter rape seeds contain 40-45% oil, 21-27% protein, as well as health-beneficial components such as polyunsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic and linolenic acids. After oil extraction, valuable by-products remain—meal and cake, used in animal feeding; however, caution is advised with cake due to its content of erucic acid, toxic to young ruminants. When cultivating R 507 C 21, it is crucial to consider sowing dates, ideally between August 15 and 30, and ensure quality protection against weeds and pests to achieve maximum profitability.
